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What is a Fire Extinguisher?
Fire extinguishers are special pressurized devices that release chemicals or water to put out a fire.
They keep small fires from spreading, assist in fighting fires until the fire department arrives and can help provide an escape route for you and your family.
Know your extinguisher
Before you invest in one or more extinguishers, consider where you need them. Where are fires most likely to start? What type of fire would be most likely? Not all extinguishers work on all types of fires.
Discuss your needs with your local Firebox Dealer. They can help you choose the best type of extinguisher for your home. Make sure you select an extinguisher which can be easily handled by all family members.
Keep extinguishers in a handy location. The best location in most situations is just inside a door or entrance, out of the reach of children. Avoid locating an extinguisher right next to where a fire could develop. Smoke, heat or flames from a fire may keep you from reaching the extinguisher. Be sure that everyone in the family knows where extinguishers are located and how to use them.
How do fire extinguishers work?
Fire is a chemical reaction called combustion. Fire needs fuel, oxygen and heat in order to burn. Fire extinguishers apply an agent that will cool burning fuel or restrict or remove oxygen so the fire cannot continue to burn. Small household fires can be quickly controlled by a fire extinguisher.
Every home should have at least one fire extinguisher. But simply owning an extinguisher is not enough.
One-third of all people injured by fire are hurt while trying to control or extinguish a fire. You need the right type of extinguisher and you must know how and when to use it.
Don't fight a fire unless:
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You can get out fast if you can't control the fire. Don't get trapped. Make sure the fire is not between you and your exit.
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You have the right extinguisher for what burning!! READ THE LABEL!
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You know what types of extinguisher you have before there is a fire.
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Your extinguisher works. Inspect extinguishers regularly.
A partially discharged extinguisher is an empty one.
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You know how to use your extinguisher.
It too late to read the instructions when the fire is burning!!!!!!!
Before you invest in one or more extinguishers, consider where you need them. Where are fires most likely to start? What type of fire would be most likely? Not all extinguishers work on all types of fires.
Discuss your needs with your Firebox Dealer. They can help you choose the best type of extinguisher for your home. Make sure you select an extinguisher which can be easily handled by all family members.
Keep extinguishers in a handy location. The best location in most situations is just inside a door or entrance, out of the reach of children. Avoid locating an extinguisher right next to where a fire could develop. Smoke, heat or flames from a fire may keep you from reaching the extinguisher.
Be sure that everyone in the family knows where extinguishers are located and how to use them.
Extinguishers rated ABE are effective on most types of fire. But consult your Firebox Dealer for more extensive information and options. E.g. Fire Blankets etc
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE a home fire escape plan.
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NEVER GO BACK into a burning building for any reason.
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